Relief General Manager - Victoria

Req #397

Melbourne VIC, Australia

Job description

Posted Thursday 28 May 2026 at 7:00 am

Bring Your Leadership Skills to a Purpose-Led Organisation

At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed—people do. With CARE at the heart of everything we do, our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide us in bringing joy to those we care for.

The Opportunity

We’re inviting expressions of interest for permanent, full-time Relief General Manager roles across Victoria. Covering regions from Warrnambool (West) through Melbourne (Central) to Lakes Entrance (East), these roles support a network of 53 Care Communities split into 4 Regions/Areas.

This is a career-launching leadership opportunity ideal for professionals with limited or no aged care or management experience who are looking to transition into the health and aged care sector. You'll step into a supported environment designed to help you build confidence, gain sector-specific experience, and develop into a future General Manager.

Why Join Us?

In this unique Relief General Manager role, you will:

• Lead and support our Care Communities across Victoria, promoting a positive culture and high-quality care
• Inspire and motivate teams to live out our purpose: "Bringing joy to those we care for"
• Be supported every step of the way with structured training, leadership programs, and mentoring

What You’ll Need to Succeed

We’re looking for individuals who embody these leadership qualities:

✔ A positive influencer with a strong values-driven approach
✔ A visible leader who motivates and supports others
✔ Adaptable, resilient, and solutions-focused
✔ An effective communicator and agent of change

What We Offer

• Attractive, sector-leading salary
• Permanent full-time role with long-term career prospects
• Comprehensive training & leadership development
• Career pathways into senior leadership with ongoing support
• The satisfaction of making a real difference in residents' lives and community wellbeing

If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership career and make a genuine impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Job details

Job family : Care Community Management

Pay type : Salary

Employment indicator : Opal HealthCare (NSW) Enterprise Agreement 2023

Travel required : Yes

Travel percentage : 70